Comparison

Restaurant Reservation Planner vs Simple Host

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Restaurant Reservation Planner

Streamline restaurant operations with this intuitive reservation and table management tool. It optimizes seating, tracks bookings, and allows for online client reservations, ensuring efficient use of space and minimizing errors.

Highlights
  • Online reservation dashboards
  • One-tap reservation booking
  • Client confirmation messages
  • Drag and drop table management
  • Offline mode for activity tracking
  • Waiting list management
  • Reservation history tracking
Features
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Restaurant Seating and Table Planner is the all-in-one reservation and table management app for restaurants, cafes, bars, bistros, and any venue that seats guests by table. Take bookings, arrange seating, and run a busy floor from one clear screen - on your phone, tablet, or the web. The visual mainboard shows every reservation, free table, and exact time at a glance, so you avoid double bookings and stay in control during peak hours. One tap on a free cell starts a reservation and the smart planner handles the rest. After your first login, a friendly setup wizard tailors the planner to the way your business actually works. Let guests reserve themselves with the built-in CLIENT ONLINE booking page, and handle the door with a dedicated FRONT DESK mode for walk-ins - so reservations arrive anytime, anywhere, without the phone-call hassle. MAJOR FEATURES CLIENT ONLINE BOOKING Share a link or embed a widget so clients book directly from your own page, 24/7. FRONT DESK FOR WALK-INS A dedicated, fast lane for walk-ins and quick reservations at the host stand. ONE-TAP RESERVATION Tap any free cell on the mainboard, add a name, and you are done. CONFIRMATION MESSAGES Send confirmation requests by WhatsApp or email, and see each guest's confirm or decline right on the reservation - fewer misunderstandings and fewer empty tables (customizable). WHATSAPP REMINDERS Automatically send a friendly reminder before the reservation to cut down no-shows (customizable). VISUAL TABLE MANAGEMENT Create, organize, and combine tables, set seats and zones, and plan large parties with ease. 3D AND LIVE FLOOR OVERVIEW A bird's-eye view of your tables, reservations, and activity as the day unfolds. DRAG AND DROP Move reservations between tables and times in a second. INVITE YOUR COWORKERS Add managers and staff with role-based access so the whole team works together. MULTIPLE VIEWS Switch between daily, weekly, and monthly overviews with smart zoom in and out. OPENING HOURS AND SHIFTS Set your activity hours, shifts, and availability for every day of the week. ANALYTICS DASHBOARD Track booking trends, guest statistics, peak hours, and confirmation rates. RESERVATION HISTORY AND EXPORT Keep a complete history of every booking and export to CSV or Excel for your CRM. RESERVATION TAGS, VIP, AND NO-SHOW Flag must-know details, mark VIP guests, and keep track of no-shows. CONTACT LIST Pull a name straight from your contacts when opening a new reservation. RESERVATIONS DAYS - OR A YEAR - AHEAD Plan far into the future, including multi-day reservations; the planner remembers everything. OFFLINE MODE No internet at the venue? You can still see today's and tomorrow's activity. MULTI-LANGUAGE AND TIME ZONE Run the planner in your language, region, and local time. CLOUD SYNC ACROSS DEVICES Native iPhone and iPad apps plus a full web app, always in sync. Enjoy the Planner experience! DreamDiner.io Offering 1-Month /3-Months / 6-Months Subscription options: Payment will be charged to the Appstore Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or turn off auto-renew in your Account settings anytime after purchase. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active period. Terms of use: https://dreamdiner.io/terms-of-use Privacy policy: https://dreamdiner.io/privacy-policy

About

Simple Host

Streamline restaurant operations with an all-in-one platform for managing reservations, tables, and guest relationships. This app offers online booking, intelligent table management, and direct guest communication to enhance service and efficiency.

Highlights
  • Online reservations and waitlist management
  • Intelligent table and floor plan management
  • 2-way guest messaging and automated reminders
  • Digital guestbook for building profiles
  • Real-time operational statistics
  • Secure cloud backup and multi-device sync
Features
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Elevate your restaurant operations with an all-in-one platform that connects your team, tables, and guests seamlessly. From managing reservations to building lasting guest relationships, handle everything in one powerful app. Online Reservations and Waitlist Accept reservations 24/7 with automated booking management. Smart waitlist system for walk-ins with accurate wait times. Real-time availability updates across all platforms. Intelligent Table Management Visual floor planning with drag-and-drop table assignments. Optimize seating arrangements based on party size. Track table turnover and maximize capacity. 2-Way Guest Conversations Direct messaging with guests for confirmations and updates. Send automated reminders and follow-ups. Handle special requests and dietary preferences seamlessly. Reservation Planning Advanced booking calendar with daily, weekly, and monthly views. Anticipate busy periods with historical data insights. Manage special events and private dining efficiently. Digital Guestbook Build comprehensive guest profiles automatically. Track visit history, preferences, and special occasions. Create personalized experiences for returning guests. Powerful Statistics Real-time analytics on bookings, no-shows, and capacity. Peak hours analysis and revenue tracking. Data-driven insights to optimize operations. Secure Cloud Backup Automatic data synchronization to the cloud. Never lose critical reservation information. Access your data from anywhere, anytime. Smart Push Notifications Instant alerts for new bookings and cancellations. Staff notifications for VIP guests and special requests. Customizable alerts for different team members. Multi-Device Sync Seamless synchronization across phones, tablets, and computers. Multiple staff members can work simultaneously. Changes reflect instantly on all connected devices. Perfect For: Fine dining establishments managing high-value reservations. Busy restaurants optimizing table turnover. Restaurant groups coordinating multiple locations. Any venue prioritizing guest experience and operational efficiency. Why Restaurant Owners Choose Us: Stop juggling between phone calls, paper books, and disconnected systems. Our unified platform ensures every team member has the information they need to deliver exceptional service. Build stronger guest relationships while streamlining operations. Join thousands of restaurants already transforming their reservation management. Terms of Use: www.simplehostapp.com/termsofuse Policy Privacy: www.simplehostapp.com/policy

Screenshots

Restaurant Reservation Planner4 screens
Simple Host4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Simple Host at 83% against Restaurant Reservation Planner's 0%. Simple Host also leads on ratings volume (9 vs 1). Restaurant Reservation Planner's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 weeks) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Restaurant Reservation Planner sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and Simple Host sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Restaurant Reservation Planner holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simple Host has 9 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 0% of Restaurant Reservation Planner's written reviews are positive against 83% of Simple Host's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Restaurant Reservation Planner ships an update every 3 days, Simple Host every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Restaurant Reservation Planner versus Simple Host: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRestaurant Reservation PlannerSimple Host
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.7 (9 ratings)
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews83.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings19 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size58 MB112 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFUGA BAR LTDpetrit kojtari

Customer experience

Restaurant Reservation Planner

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Simple Host

All ratings9 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Restaurant Reservation Planner

Subscriptions3
  • 1-Month Subscription1 Month trial$7.991 Month
  • 3-Months Subscription$22.993 Months
  • 12-Months Subscriptions$79.991 Year
One-time3
  • 100 Credits$7.99
  • 200 Credits$14.99
  • 300 Credits$17.99
10 purchases

Simple Host

Subscriptions5
  • Table Management7 Days trial$29.991 Month
  • Subscription$39.991 Month
  • Basic$49.991 Month
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  • Professional$69.991 Month
  • VIP$99.991 Month
One-time5
  • 100 Messages$4.99
  • 100 Discounted Messages$4.99
  • 1000 Messages$39.99
Show 2 more
  • 1000 Discounted Messages$39.99
  • 2500 Messages$99.99

Questions

Is Restaurant Reservation Planner free?
Restaurant Reservation Planner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Simple Host free?
Simple Host is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Restaurant Reservation Planner or Simple Host?
Restaurant Reservation Planner is rated higher. Restaurant Reservation Planner averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Simple Host averages 4.7 from 9 ratings.
Do Restaurant Reservation Planner or Simple Host have ads?
Neither Restaurant Reservation Planner nor Simple Host shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Restaurant Reservation Planner or Simple Host?
Restaurant Reservation Planner ships an update every 3 days, and Simple Host every 3 weeks. Most recently, Restaurant Reservation Planner was updated on October 8, 2026 and Simple Host on October 3, 2026.

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